Medications That Cause Bad Breath

Many people are unaware that the medications that they've been taking for years have actually contributed to their bad breath and taste disorders. It all boils down to the unfortunate side-effects of many medications which include dry mouth and alteration in taste perception.

According to research, 7 of the top 10 medications used in the US during 1998 had dry mouth, bad breath, or taste disorders as a side effect.

Medication

Use

Dry Mouth
Sour Taste Symptom
Listed.

Notes

Prilosec

Reflux and Ulcers

Yes

Often mistakenly prescribed for bad breath.

Prozac

Antidepressant

Yes

Mistakenly prescribed because doctors think that patients are imagining their bad breath.

Zocor

Cholesterol

No

Zoloft

Antidepressant

Yes

See Prozac

Zantac

Digestive

No

Often mistakenly prescribed for bad breath

Claritin

Antihistamine

Yes

Paxil

Antidepressant

Yes

See Prozac

Norvasc

Angina Relief

Yes

Vasotec

High Blood Pressure

Yes

Imitrex

Migraine Headaches

No

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Below is a partial list of other common medications that can cause bad breath.
*Please consult your physician before altering the prescribed use of any medications.